Nikon S6100 vs Panasonic XS1

On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon S6100 and Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S6100 was announced 23 months prior to the XS1 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S6100 matches up versus the XS1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6100 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6100 provides outer dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic XS1 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S6100 and Panasonic XS1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S6100 against the XS1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S6100 and XS1 is 93 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to see the difference between sensor measurements only by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6100 and XS1.

Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of files but you should always take the production date of the products into consideration. The older S6100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.